Updated September 3, 2026 at 3:04 PM ET

Body found in Martin County mangroves confirmed as missing visitor from Oklahoma

Body found in Martin County mangroves confirmed as missing visitor from Oklahoma

Martin County authorities confirmed that a body found in the mangroves near the House of Refuge on Hutchinson Island is that of Michael Anthony Debevec, who was reported missing last week after visiting Chastain Beach. Investigators with the Martin County Sheriff's Office found Debevec's body Tuesday after an extensive search of the area.

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